Street-Side Carnival Loaded Fries

Street-Side Carnival Loaded Fries

Discover this easy and indulgent recipe for Street-Side Carnival Loaded Fries, a copycat dish that captures the essence of a fairground favorite with a twist.

🕒 Prep - 10 min, Cook - 20 min, Total - 30 min
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: American, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy, Meat

Ingredients

  • 2 large russet potatoes 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup chopped green onions 2 tbsp chili sauce Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
  2. Wash the potatoes and cut them into 1/2 inch thick fries.
  3. Arrange the fries on a lined baking sheet in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Remove the fries from the oven, flip them over, and top each with cooked ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, chili sauce, sour cream, and green onions.
  5. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Chef’s Insight

This recipe is inspired by the classic American fairground dish - loaded fries - but with an added twist of chili sauce for extra zing.

Notes

This recipe calls for ground beef or turkey, but you can use any ground meat of your choice.

Cultural or Historical Background

Street fairs and carnivals have been a staple of American culture for centuries, offering delicious street food that brings communities together.